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$352,171$253 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $208,500 on Nov 4, 2004

498 ELM ST

NORTHAMPTON, MA 01060
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,392 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,999 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$352K
$337K low$368K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$208,500 · Nov 4, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,830 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$346,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$99,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$247,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$315,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$398,525

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyHAMPSHIRE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Northampton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Jackson Street SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Northampton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 01060These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,151
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,788
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,545
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

498 Elm St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 75% of homes in Northampton 01060
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Northampton 01060
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Hampshire County
  • Among the smallest lots in Hampshire County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Hampshire County

What homes are worth in Northampton 01060

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$168K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Northampton 01060.

How it measures up in Northampton 01060

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northampton 01060.

Estimated value$352,171
CheaperTypical $496,049Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,392 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,694 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size3,999 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1913Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 498 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthampton 01060Hampshire County
Estimated valuepricier than$352,17125% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25316% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,392 ft²36% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,999 ft²5% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192053% of homes20% of homes

About 498 Elm St

How much is 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA is $352,171 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $336,777 to $367,565. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA last sell?

498 Elm St, Northampton, MA last sold on Nov 4, 2004 for $208,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA?

498 Elm St, Northampton, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,392 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA built?

498 Elm St, Northampton, MA was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA?

498 Elm St, Northampton, MA is assigned to Northampton High School (high), rated A-; Jackson Street School (elementary), rated B; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Northampton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA compare to other homes in Northampton 01060?

Among the 4,126 homes in Northampton 01060, it is worth more than 25% of them ($352,171 against a typical $496,049), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($253 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,392 ft² against a typical 1,694 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,999 ft² against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1920 against a typical 1913). Measured against all of Hampshire County, it is worth more than 26% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 498 Elm St, Northampton, MA was $4,830. The county assessed it at $346,700.

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